Clemen's Bio

I was born with a passion for relationships and community. My work allows me to connect with people from diverse backgrounds, learn from their experiences, and share why their participation in research matters, both for their own families and for the future of public health.

As the Research Engagement Director, I serve as a bridge between the study and Minnesota’s communities. I am responsible for managing communications between the community and the study, overseeing social media, website, and newsletter content, and ensuring that our outreach reflects the voices and needs of the people we aim to serve. I also lead a small, dedicated team that supports recruitment at community events and coordinates work with the Community Advisory Board, which helps guide our work with cultural relevance and respect.

Originally from Colombia, South America, I moved to the Twin Cities in 2019 after living in Iowa for more than a decade. My background is in Industrial Engineering, and I hold a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the Carlson School of Management at the University of Minnesota. I bring extensive experience in marketing, communications, and community engagement. Fully bilingual in Spanish and English and a certified public speaker, I use my skills to attract participants, share our mission in accessible ways, and ensure that our study promotes inclusion and genuinely represents our community.

A fun fact about me: I love dancing! 💃 I learned from my mother when I was just nine years old, and to this day, I consider myself a proud and passionate Latin music dancer!